The Republican Party of Hardin County was well represented and received at Towne Mall during its community Halloween bash. Thousands of children attended, along with their parents, for a festive occasion. A special thanks to the biggest kid at the bash, Ken Randall, for his leadership each year in this event.

The North Hardin Lions Club hosted the Radcliff City Council Chili Cook-off 2012 on Oct. 27 at Colvin Community Center. Individuals participating in the chili cook off were Edward Palmer, Doug Moulton, Barbara Baker, Don Yates, Jacob Pearman, Stan Holmes and a representative for Jack Holland. Participants brought their best chili recipe.

Candidates were given a few minutes to share their vision and plans for the city of Radcliff if elected.

Whether they are leading a club meeting or helping to judge a speech contest, Hardin County 4-H volunteers are an essential and invaluable part of the 4-H program. There is such a vast scope of projects for youth,none of which would be possible without the help of caring, adult volunteers.

Sometimes in life we get tired and wonder why things happen the way they do and maybe we never understand. But we must go onto the next journey.

SYMPATHY. I want to express my sympathy to the family of Norma Taylor. I know she will be missed by all who knew her. I will miss her at Brother Tom’s church in Stephensburg . She always had a sweet smile and a good testimony about her love of her Lord and her family. Rest in peace, my new friend.

The weather is getting much cooler. Have you done your final yard work for the year? Leaves are everywhere and the yards need one more final mowing. The weather is supposed to be much cooler this week. Some have even said they will be putting up their Christmas outside lights earlier before the actual cold weather sets in.

Today is Veterans Day. Also, it’s my husband Cory’s 27th birthday.

TIME CHANGE. Are you enjoying the time change? Days are shorter and nights are longer.

Well, the elections are over. No matter whom you wanted to win, be sure to pray for all of our leaders and for our country. I know there are many extreme feelings on both sides, but we are all Americans and we need to remain a country united. Now is the time for healing and for all of us to unite together to make the United States the country we can all be proud to call home. God Bless America.